The Rise of Conservatism in the 1980s
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What was the goal of the conservative agenda in the 1980s?

  • Reduce regulations and lower taxes (correct)
  • Increase government spending and strengthen labor unions
  • Increase taxes and strengthen labor unions
  • Reduce regulations and increase taxes

    • What was the impact of the Taxpayers’ Revolt in California in 1978?

  • It sparked a movement of conservative agendas nationwide (correct)
  • It led to increased government spending
  • It had no impact on politics or policies
  • It resulted in higher taxes for Californians

    • What was the effect of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on the US healthcare system?

  • It only benefited wealthy Americans
  • It abolished private health insurance
  • It led to a decrease in healthcare spending
  • It increased access to healthcare for millions of Americans (correct)

    • What was the main impact of Reagan's tax cuts?

    <p>Benefited upper-income taxpayers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the Persian Gulf War?

    <p>To stop Iraq from invading Kuwait</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Patriot Acts give the government power to do?

    <p>Expand surveillance and arrest powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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